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A-4B Skyhawk
A-4B Skyhawk by Fujimi 1/72 scale Kit No. 72139 Cost: $25.00 Decals: Two versions - U.S. Navy (VA-152 "Mavericks" aboard U.S.S. Forrestal) and Argentine Navy Comments: Engraved panel lines; centerline 300-gallon drop tank; option for underwing drop tanks or Bullpup...
A-4E/F and TA-4J Skyhawk – Blue Angels
The Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy’s elite flight demonstration team, operated the A-4 Skyhawk from 1974 to 1986. Lightweight and exceptionally maneuverable, the Skyhawk was a natural choice, having been chosen as a designated aggressor aircraft at the Navy’s Fighter Weapons School at NAS Miramar in the late 1960’s. The Skyhawk replaced the F-4 Phantom as the Blue Angels’ flying ambassador, and was itself replaced by the F/A-18 Hornet in late 1986.
A-5A Vigilante
North American A-5A Vigilante by Revell 1/72 ScaleKit No. H-134:100Cost: $12.00Decals: One version, U.S. Navy's VAH-7 aboard U.S.S. EnterpriseComments: 1968 re-release of 1961 kit, engraved panel lines, flush rivets History The North American A-5A Vigilante arose out...
A-20B Havoc
The Douglas A-20B was one of the first American bombers into action in World War II, raiding targets in Holland in July 1942…
A-20J Havoc / Boston Mk. IV
The Boston Mk III was the British version of the Douglas A-20J Havoc, provided to Great Britain during World War II under the Lend-Lease Act. Late in the war, the J version with its clear, frameless plexiglas nose was often used as the lead plane in A-20 bomber formations.
Aermacchi MB 326
The Aermacchi or Macchi MB-326 is a light military jet trainer designed and produced by the Italian aircraft manufacturer Aermacchi, chiefly employed to help novice military pilots transition from propeller-driven aircraft to jets. Simple and rugged, it developed a reputation as being extremely manageable and easy to fly, and became the aircraft of choice for the Roulettes, the aerobatic team of the Royal Australian Air Force.
Aerospatiale AS 365/Z-9 Dolphin 2
The Chinese-built Harbin Z-9 Dolphin is derived from the famed French Aerospatiale SA 365, and entered service in China in 1994…
AH-1 Sea Cobra
Fujimi’s AH-1J Sea Cobra is the Marine Corps’ version of Bell’s famous VIetnam-era attack helicopter. It features a detailed cockpit, 2.75 inch rocket pods, 7.62mm mini-gun in a chin turret and a single piece canopy.
Airco D.H. 2
The de Havilland D.H. 2 was a small, rugged single-seat British fighting scout of World War I, featuring a rear-mounted radial engine aft of its fuselage nacelle. A smaller version of the D.H.1, another two-seat scout-fighter design with a pusher engine, the D.H. 2 proved a deadly fighter upon its appearance in 1916.
Airco DH.9
Airco DH 9 by Roden 1/48 scaleKit No. 436Cost: $24.99Decals: One version - Air ambulance serving with the British "Z" Force in Somaliland, 1919-1920Comments: Detailed kit; contains all parts for DH.9 bomber version; Red Cross covering not included; only a very basic...
North American AJ-1 Savage
Entering service in 1950, the North American AJ-1 Savage was a stop-gap, intended to provide the U.S. Navy with a shipboard nuclear strike capability until such time as more suitable aircraft were developed. Able to carry a Mk IV nuclear bomb as well as conventional payloads, it was too heavy for most Navy carriers and was fitted with a J33 turbojet to help it get airborne. It was also used for reconnaissance and aerial refueling.
Ajeet Mk. I
Derived from the British designed Folland Gnat, a light attack fighter and trainer for the Royal Air Force, the Ajeet Mk. I (Ajeet translating to invincible or unconquerable), was an improved version manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), with updated avionics, “wet” wings for improved fuel capacity, and improved hydraulics. It served the Indian Air Force from 1977 through 1991. Plans for an interceptor version were never realized.
Albatros C.I
Albatros C.I by Choroszy Modelbud 1/72 scale Cost: $35.00 Decals: 2 versions: German Luftstreitkrafte (Imperial Germany Army Air Service), 1915; and Polish Air Force, 1920 Comments: All-resin kit with multiple delicate parts History The Albatros C.I was a...
Albatros D.II
Albatros D.II by Eduard 1/48 scale Kit No. 8082 Cost: $24.00 Decals: Four versions - all Imperial German Air Force Comments: Engraved panel lines, highly detailed cockpit and engine; photo-etch parts for interior and exterior; rigging diagram provided; pilot figure...
Albatros D.III
Albatros D.III by Eduard 1/48 scale Kit No. 8017 Cost: $25.00 Decals: Two versions, both for the Luftstreitkrafte (Imperial Germany Army Air Service), including one for Baron Manfred von Richtofen, April 1917 Comments: Exquisite detail, engraved panel lines History...
Albatros D.III (Oef)
Albatros D.III (Oef) by Blue Max 1/48 scaleCost: $35.00Decals: Three versionsComments: Very nice multimedia kit with specialized parts for 3 individual versions History Manufactured under license from the German Albatros mbH, Johannistal, the Oeffag (Oesterreichische...
Alouette III
The Alouette III is a single engine, light utility helicopter that since its introduction in 1961, has proved to be as popular as it is versatile, being license-built in India, Romania and Switzerland in addition to its service with the French military. It remains in service in many civilian and military applications over 60 years later.
AMX A-1A
The AMX A-1A was a joint venture between Italy and Brazil for a lightweight fighter-bomber/advanced military trainer, able to compete in the export market against…
Arado Ar 96
Arado Ar96 by Heller 1/72 scale Cost: $10.00 Decals: Two versions - Ar 96 B-5 Luftwaffe Flight School; Ar96 B-1Fighter School No. 2 at Zerbst Comments: Raised panel lines; Advanced fighter trainer for the Luftwaffe during WWII History The Arado Ar96 B was the most...
Arado Ar 96 B-3
Arado Ar 96 B-3 by Special Hobby 1/72 scale Kit No. SH 72315 Decals: Three versions, all Luftwaffe, including one for a night fighter school Comments: Engraved panel lines, single piece canopy, resin detail parts for airscrew, machine gun, wheels, practice bombs, and...